Delete files and folders

If you do not want a file or folder any more, you can delete it. When you
delete an item it is moved to the Trash folder, where it is stored
until you empty the trash. You can restore
items in the Trash folder to their original location if you
decide you need them, or if they were accidentally deleted.

To send a file to the trash:

Select the item you want to place in the trash by clicking it
once.

Press Delete on your keyboard. Alternatively, drag the
item to the Trash in the sidebar.

The file will be moved to the trash, and you’ll be presented with an
option to Undo the deletion. The Undo button will appear
for a few seconds. If you select Undo, the file will be restored
to its original location.

To delete files permanently, and free up disk space on your computer, you
need to empty the trash. To empty the trash, right-click Trash in
the sidebar and select Empty Trash.

Permanently delete a file

You can immediately delete a file permanently, without having to send it
to the trash first.

To permanently delete a file:

Select the item you want to delete.

Press and hold the Shift key, then press the
Delete key on your keyboard.

Because you cannot undo this, you will be asked to confirm that
you want to delete the file or folder.

Deleted files on a removable device
may not be visible on other operating systems, such Windows or Mac
OS. The files are still there, and will be available when you plug the device
back into your computer.

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